House Cricket vs Indo-Malaysian Drywood Termite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | House Cricket | Indo-Malaysian Drywood Termite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acheta domesticus | Cryptotermes cynocephalus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Gryllidae | Kalotermitidae |
| Size | 16-21 mm | Workers 4-5 mm, soldiers 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Indoors |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America, Africa | Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
House Cricket
A light brown cricket commonly found in and around human dwellings. It is widely farmed as a protein source and as feeder insects for pets.
Did You Know?
House crickets are now farmed on an industrial scale and processed into flour containing over 65% protein by weight.
Indo-Malaysian Drywood Termite
A drywood termite native to Southeast Asia that infests structural wood and furniture. It has spread across the Pacific through timber trade.
Did You Know?
Its species name cynocephalus means dog-headed, referring to the shape of the soldier's head.